Southern weddings follow rules you’ve never heard of

From buried bourbon to towering wedding parties, these Southern customs are steeped in charm, luck, and generations of tradition. Ask anyone who's planned a wedding down South, and they'll tell you: tradition isn't optional. It kicks in the second the engagement ring goes on, carries through a whirlwind of bridal showers, and doesn't let up…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 10, 20260Comments

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Bread secrets: What every culture is really celebrating

From welcome loaves to holiday buns, the world's oldest food carries meanings most people never stop to notice. Few foods carry as much unspoken meaning as bread. Made from little more than flour, water and time, it still manages to show up at nearly every major life event — weddings, holidays, funerals, ordinary Tuesday dinners…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 9, 20260Comments

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Spelman College crowns 2 queens after a pageant scoring error

Spelman College, the crown jewel of historically Black colleges and universities, finds itself at the center of an unexpected storm not over academics or activism, but over a pageant crown. For the first time in the 43 year history of the Miss Spelman pageant, two queens will share the title for the 2026-27 academic year,…

ByDorcas OnasaApril 25, 20260Comments

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5 positive Black culture moments this week

In a week where headlines can feel overwhelming, moments of joy and connection continue to shine through. Across sports, media, education, and everyday life, Black excellence remains a powerful source of inspiration. This week’s highlights reflect community, generosity, and pride, offering a reminder that uplifting stories are still unfolding all around us. Angel Reese …

ByDorcas OnasaApril 25, 20260Comments

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ESSENCE Fest 2026 Names 4 Powerful Cultural Curators

The ESSENCE Festival of Culture is returning to New Orleans this July with a renewed focus on storytelling, creativity and community. Organizers have announced a lineup of influential women who will help shape the festival’s programming, marking a continued evolution in how the event brings culture to life. Joining Chief Curator…

ByDorcas OnasaApril 16, 20260Comments

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How Easter is celebrated the African diaspora

Easter arrives each spring draped in pastel colors, chocolate eggs and the familiar image of a cartoon bunny. That version of the holiday is real, but it is far from complete. Across the African diaspora, Easter is observed through a set of traditions that run deeper than the mainstream version, shaped by history, faith, migration…